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Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen (Vintage) by Christopher McDougall Staff Pick Born to Run is the one of those books you just can't keep to yourself. In fact, it's probably the one title I've recommended more than any other in the last two years. It has a little bit of everything: adventure, travel, history, science, and sport, all... (read more) Your price: $15.95 New - Trade Paper
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The Cool Impossible: The Coach from "Born to Run" Shows How to Get the Most from Your Miles-And from Yourself by Eric Orton Publisher Comments Featured in the bestselling book Born to Run, coach and performance guru Eric Orton has spent a lifetime learning and thinking about running and about the limitless possibilities of the human body and mind. In The Cool Impossible, Orton shares his wealth... (read more) List Price $26.95 Your price: $18.50 Used - Hardcover
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Relentless Forward Progress: A Guide to Running Ultramarathons by Bryon Powell Publisher Comments Marathons have become too easy for some runners. What was once the pinnacle of achievement in a runners life is now a stepping stone for extraordinary adventure in ultramarathoning. The number of ultrarunnersthose running distances of 50k (31miles),... (read more) Your price: $14.95 New - Trade Paper
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Running & Being: The Total Experience by George Sheehan, Dr. Publisher Comments A New York Times bestseller for 14 weeks in 1978, Running and Being became known as the philosophical bible for runners around the world. More than thirty years after its initial publication, it remains every bit as relevant today. Written by the late... (read more) Your price: $21.99 New - Hardcover
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Once a Runner by John Parker Publisher Comments Originally self-published in 1978, Once a Runner captures the essence of competitive running--and of athletic competition in general--and has become one of the most beloved sports novels ever published.. Inspired by the author's experience as a... (read more) List Price $15.00 Your price: $7.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Runner's World: Running on Air: The Revolutionary Way to Run Better by Breathing Smarter by Budd Coates Publisher Comments Renowned running coach Budd Coates presents a revolutionary yet simple training method based on rhythmic breathing to help runners at all experience levels improve their performance, prevent injury, and experience the joy of running. Validating his... (read more) Your price: $16.99 New - Trade Paper
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Beginning Runners Handbook 3RD Edition the Proven 13 by Ian Macneill Publisher Comments More than 20.5 million Americans run recreationally, according to the latest U.S. statisticsan astonishing figure that underscores just how popular running is as a method of improving fitness. This tightly written, absolutely basic guide... (read more) List Price $18.95 Your price: $7.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Lore of Running by Timothy D. Noakes Publisher Comments Lore of Running gives you incomparable detail on physiology, training, racing, injuries, world-class athletes, and races. Author Tim Noakes blends the expertise of a physician and research scientist with the passion of a dedicated runner to answer the... (read more) Your price: $29.95 New - Trade Paper
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Three and Out: Rich Rodriguez and the Michigan Wolverines in the Crucible of College Football by John U Bacon Publisher Comments “Like the Moneyball of college football, Three and Out blows the lid off one of the sports worlds most perplexing mysteries.”—Entertainment Weekly Three and Out tells the story of how college footballs most influential coach, Rich... (read more) List Price $17.00 Your price: $8.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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Oregon Football: The Greatest Games, Players, Coaches and Teams in the Glorious Tradition of Ducks Football (Game Day) by Athlon Sports and Dan Fouts Publisher Comments Whether rediscovering the best team moments, or initiating into the histories and traditions of Ducks fandom, this book about the University of Oregon football team is both a useful resource and cherishable memorabilia. Packed with anecdotes of the... (read more) List Price $23.95 Your price: $9.50 Used - Hardcover
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Hansons Marathon Method: A Renegade Path to Your Fastest Marathon by Luke Humphrey Publisher Comments Break free of outdated training traditions to run your fastest marathon! The Hansons-Brooks Distance Project has taken American running by storm, becoming one of the nation’s most successful running groups. Known for upstart talent and an... (read more) Your price: $18.95 New - Trade Paper
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Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness by Scott Jurek and Steve Friedman Publisher Comments “In pursuing the mental side of endurance, Jurek uncovers the most important secrets any runner can learn.” — Amby Burfoot, author of The Runners Guide to the Meaning of Life For nearly two decades, Scott Jurek has been a dominant force... (read more) Your price: $14.95 New - Trade Paper
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Good Old Dog: Expert Advice for Keeping Your Aging Dog Happy, Healthy, and Comfortable by Nicholas H Dodman Publisher Comments “Lots of practical, easy-to-understand advice about veterinary care for older dogs. Essential reading for making treatment decisions for your companion.” —Temple Grandin, author of Animals Make Us Human and Animals in Translation... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $7.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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ChiRunning: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running by Danny Dreyer Publisher Comments andlt;Bandgt;A groundbreaking program that teaches you how to run faster and farther with less effort, and prevent and heal injuries, for runners of any age or fitness level.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;In andlt;iandgt;ChiRunning,andlt;/iandgt; Danny and... (read more) List Price $15.99 Your price: $7.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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Run Like a Mother: How to Get Moving--And Not Lose Your Family, Job, or Sanity by Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea Publisher Comments The Girlfriend’s Guide to Running. In Run Like a Mother, authors Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea offer both inspirational advice and practical strategies to help multitasking women make running part of their busy lives... (read more) List Price $14.99 Your price: $10.50 Used - Trade Paper
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Young Runners: The Complete Guide to Healthy Running for Kids from 5 to 18 by Marc Bloom Publisher Comments Loaded with clear and practical information that parents, coaches, and children can put to quick use, Young Runners is a comprehensive guide to recreational and competitive running for children of all ages. Former running coach Marc Bloom draws on years... (read more) List Price $17.95 Your price: $6.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Paterno by Joe Posnanski Publisher Comments Joe Posnanski’s biography of the late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno follows in the tradition of works by Richard Ben Cramer on Joe DiMaggio and David Maraniss on Vince Lombardi. Having gained unprecedented access to Paterno, as well as the... (read more) List Price $28.00 Your price: $12.95 Used - Hardcover
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Run or Die by Kilian Jornet Publisher Comments RUN OR DIE “The most dominating endurance athlete of his generation.” — The New York Times An exceptional athlete. A dominating force. An extraordinary person. Kilian Jornet has conquered some of the toughest physical tests on the... (read more) Your price: $16.95 New - Trade Paper
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1,001 Pearls of Runners' Wisdom: Advice and Inspiration for the Open Road (1001 Pearls) by Bill (edt) Katovsky Publisher Comments Within these pages, runners will find a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and even a little humor to encourage them in their sport. But whether comical or serious, the quotes contained here represent the finest writing and wisdom on running. Geared towards... (read more) Your price: $12.95 New - Hardcover
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Bowerman and the Men of Oregon: The Story of Oregon's Legendary Coach and Nike's Cofounder by Kenny Moore Publisher Comments No man has affected more runners in more ways than Bill Bowerman. During his 24-year tenure as track coach at the University of Oregon, he won four national team titles and his athletes set 13 world and 22 American records. He also ignited the jogging... (read more) List Price $18.99 Your price: $12.50 Used - Trade Paper
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